Athol High vs Ralph C Mahar Regional
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Massachusetts, United States, 8.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Athol High
Athol · Public high · Grades 9–12
417 students
Ralph C Mahar Regional
Orange · Public high · Grades 7–12
509 students
| Measure | Athol High Athol, Massachusetts | Ralph C Mahar Regional Orange, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 49 Lower 50% | 55 Top 50% |
| State rank | #222 of 300 | #205 of 300 |
| National rank | #8525 of 16,910 | #7144 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 7–12 |
| Students | 417 | 509 |
| Enrollment | 417 | 509 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 11.6 | 9.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 48% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 40% |
| city | Athol | Orange |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ralph C Mahar Regional scores higher on the Success Index (US) (54.7 vs 49.4).
- •Ralph C Mahar Regional does better on math proficiency (40% vs 37%).
- •Ralph C Mahar Regional does better on reading proficiency (48% vs 47%).
- •Ralph C Mahar Regional does better on students per teacher (9.1 vs 11.6).
- •Ralph C Mahar Regional is the larger school with 509 students compared with 417.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Athol High better than Ralph C Mahar Regional?
On the Success Index (US), Ralph C Mahar Regional ranks higher (54.7 vs 49.4 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Athol High and Ralph C Mahar Regional?
About 8.1 km in a straight line, between Athol and Orange in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Athol High: 417. Ralph C Mahar Regional: 509. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Athol High and Ralph C Mahar Regional rank in Massachusetts?
Athol High is 222nd of 300 and Ralph C Mahar Regional is 205th of 300 among high schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).